TECH - RADIOLOGY/IMAGING

UHS

Posted 2 months ago

Full Time

Laredo, Texas

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The technician is responsible for operating diagnostic imaging equipment and ensuring technical accuracy of examinations. They must also maintain patient records, perform quality control, and communicate pertinent data to the care team.

Qualifications

You have graduated from an AMA Council of Education program in radiologic technology, preferably with an associate's degree. You possess certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and are certified by the Texas Department of Health. You also have knowledge of anatomy and physiology, radiographic procedures, and equipment operation.

Must Have Skills for ATS

radiologic technology

radiologic technologist

BLS

anatomy

physiology

radiographic examinations

contrast agents

radiographic equipment

radiation safety

patient transfers

positioning technique

quality control

Job Description

Responsibilities

Doctors Hospital of Laredo, in Laredo, TX, is a 183-bed acute care facility that offers a range of medical services. You'll feel a difference when you walk in our doors. There's pride in the care we deliver and a commitment to serving Laredo's growing healthcare needs.

To learn more visit https://www.doctorshosplaredo.com

JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible for the operation of diagnostic equipment at a technical level not requiring direct supervision.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

  1. Identifies each patient, reviews each patient's chart and previous examinations for consistency (examination ordered/clinical diagnosis), and records pertinent data at all times.
  1. Reviews each examination for technical accuracy, presents completed examination to radiologist, and communicates pertinent data to persons responsible for the care of the patient following the procedure.
  1. Identifies anatomical orientation on all required images, and ensures proper film identification on all images.
  2. Must be able to take call when required.
  1. Must perform quality control.
  2. Cross trained in multiple modalities and other duties as assigned or required.

Benefit Highlights

  • Challenging and rewarding work environment
  • Competitive Compensation & Paid Time Off
  • Excellent Benefit Packages
  • 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Career development opportunities across UHS and its 300+ locations!
  • HealthStream online learning catalogue with plenty of free CEU courses
  • More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: uhsguest.com.

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com

If you would like to learn more about the position before applying, please contact Mariana Lopez Recruiter at 956-523-2027.


Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

  1. Education:
    1. Graduate of a recognized, approved American Medical Association Council of Education program in radiologic technology; associate's degree preferred.
    2. Previous work experience as a Radiologic Technologist in an acute care environment is preferred
  2. Licensure/Certification:
    1. Certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists; Certification by Texas Department of health (students will have a temporary license only).
    2. BLS required
  3. Skills:
    1. Knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
    2. Ability to recognize subtle differences between healthy and pathological areas.
    3. Knowledge of radiographic examinations as well as procedures that require the use of contrast agents.
    4. Knowledge of radiographic equipment operation and radiation safety.
    5. Knowledge of patient transfers and positioning technique.
    6. Must possess a positive and courteous attitude, and take the initative to go beyond what is expected in a teamwork environment.

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

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At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skill set and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (e.g., Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. Our recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc.

If you suspect a fraudulent job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, we encourage you to report such concerns to appropriate law enforcement. We encourage you to refer to legitimate UHS and UHS subsidiary career websites to verify job opportunities and not rely on unsolicited calls from recruiters.

UHS

Located in Aiken, South Carolina, which was named 2018’s “Best Small Town in the South” by Southern Living Magazine, Aiken Regional Medical Centers is a 273 licensed-bed acute care facility that offers a comprehensive range of specialties and services. Aiken Regional is dedicated to patient safety and providing quality healthcare services, many of which are recognized on a state, regional or national level including a Certified Primary Heart Attack Center, a Certified Primary Stroke Center and an Advanced Heart Failure Certification from The Joint Commission® and American Heart Association®. Aiken Regional receives more than 42,000 emergency room visits, performs nearly 9,000 surgeries and delivers over 1,100 babies each year. More than 1,200 associates, a medical staff of more than 200 multi-specialty physicians, and a team of 230 volunteers keep the hospital going with their dedication to quality and excellence. To learn more about Aiken Regional, visit aikenregional.com. Aiken Regional Medical Centers is owned and operated by a subsidiary of one of the largest hospital companies in the nation, Universal Health Services, Inc., based in King of Prussia, PA, and is accredited by The Joint Commission and licensed by the State of South Carolina. Social media accounts are managed by Marketing. We are unable to provide medical advice through social media. Please contact your physician, or in case of emergency, call 911. Although we do our best to respond to comments and messages, there may be a delay in response time, and we may not be able to respond due to the nature of the message. Visit our website for language assistance, disability accommodations, the non-discrimination notice, Terms of Service and other disclaimers. Thank you.
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